Kikusui “Junmai Daiginjo”
Niigata prefecture
$49.00
Ancient rice to bless your tastebuds
Kikusui is not only the brand name, but also the name of the ancient sake rice revived from extinction using 25 precious remaining seeds. This beautifully dry and crisp sake is crystal clear on your palate, with sophisticated layers to entertain your taste buds. Re-released with a brand new label, it is a true gem created by one of the top producers in Niigata Prefecture.
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Why not pair a delicate snack with delicate junmai daiginjo sake? For sake ware, we recommend glasses or cups that enhance the sake’s fruity aroma.
Sachiko Miyagi
Portfolio Manager, Tippsy
Characteristics
| Brand | Kikusui |
| Brewery | Kikusui Brewing Company |
| Category | Junmai Daiginjo |
| Subcategory | N/A |
| Taste Profile | Light & Dry |
| Rice variety | Kikusui Rice |
| Yeast variety | Association No. 1901 |
| Alcohol | 15.00% |
RPR | 40% |
SMV | 3 |
Acidity | 1.3 |
Values listed are at the time of production.
Serving Temperature
Recommended
Not RecommendedRegion
Kikusui is made in Niigata prefecture in the Hokuriku region.
Taste Metrics
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Sweet Rice
Flower
Walnuts
Recommended Pairing
Seafood
Sushi/Sashimi
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